The Boston University men's basketball team (0-1) is set to begin its West Coast trip against the University of San Diego (0-1) on Friday night at 10 p.m. ET. Both teams are looking to recover from season-opening losses, with BU narrowly falling to Northeastern 80-72 and USD losing to Rider 68-67. This marks BU's first trip to California in 11 years, having last participated in a multi-team event in 2013. The game will take place at Jenny Craig Pavilion in San Diego.

By the Numbers
  • BU’s last win in a road opener against a non-conference opponent was in 2018 at Northeastern.
  • USD finished last season with an 18-15 record, including a 12-6 mark at home.
Yes, But

Despite the recent losses, both teams showcased competitive performances, with BU demonstrating strength on the boards and tied in turnovers during their game against Northeastern.

State of Play
  • BU's key players included Michael McNair with seven assists and Kyrone Alexander leading scoring with 16 points.
  • San Diego's standout performer against Rider was Kjay Bradley Jr., who scored 24 points.
What's Next

Following the game against USD, Boston University will face UCLA on November 11, potentially against a ranked opponent for the first time in seven years.

Bottom Line

The match against San Diego presents an opportunity for BU to regain momentum early in the season, while setting a tone for their upcoming challenges on the West Coast.